Make Paper Sculptures for Kids: Crocodiles, Lions and Elephants

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Make Your Own Paper Sculpture of Wild Animals and a Miniature Book


Jean Kropper
Jean Kropper
4.9 (18)

9+ years & Adults     2 hours Class size 4 to 50 guests

  $80 - $110 ($80 for Class only, no box; $110 for Class and box: : Templates, coloured papers, black marker, glue stick, paper clips, scissors) (Afterpay available)

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We'll send a ClassBento Box to you (a craft kit with what you'll need). Shipping is free, and you'll get your box delivered in time for your class. We ship nationwide.
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Join this exciting workshop, "Crocodiles, Lions & Elephants: Paper Sculpture at Home Class, " and immerse yourself in the art of creating stunning paper sculptures of African animals. Learn to craft snapping crocodiles, majestic lions, and graceful elephants while hearing stories about their unique lifecycles.
Don't worry if you're new to paper sculpture or crafting, as this class is designed for beginners. You'll receive templates via email or courier to guide you through the process, making it easy to bring these creatures to life with paper. You can order a kit if you want coloured papers, glue sticks, scissors, a marker, and the templates delivered all together (enough for 2 kids).
  • You will begin by creating detailed paper sculptures of crocodiles, lions, and elephants.
  • Dive into the world of these animals' lifecycles through engaging stories shared during the workshop.
  • Following the sculpture activities, you'll learn how to craft a miniature French fold book to write tiny tales about your animal creations, their lives, and adventures.
Throughout the workshop, you'll be working with simple materials and step-by-step instructions to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience. The sense of accomplishment you'll feel as you see your paper sculptures come to life and narrate stories will be truly fulfilling.
Immerse yourself in this creative activity, learn new skills, and let your imagination run wild as you craft your very own paper menagerie inspired by the wildlife of Africa.
What you'll get in your craft kit
  • Coloured papers for the animals (enough for two children)
  • Templates for each animal
  • Glue stick
  • Paper clips to hold the templates in place while cutting
  • Black marker
  • Instruction sheets
  • Scissors
Knowledge required
You need to be able to cut paper with scissors. Young children aged 9-11 years may need adult help occasionally, while older kids are fine on their own. Absolute beginners are welcome!
What you'll need
If you have coloured papers, a glue stick, paper clips, a black marker, a pair of scissors, and can print out the A4 worksheets at home, then you don't need the kit.
Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 9 years old).

An adult must be present whilst kid(s) engage with the box.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her or gift for mum.

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Jean Kropper
Jean Kropper

4.9 (18)

Jean Kropper is a paper artist, paper engineer, hand bookbinder, cartoonist, printmaker, designer and paper sculptor. She has her own boutique design studio Paper and Pixel, has taught in the USA, Canada and all around Australia from Arnhem Land in NT to Burnie, Tasmania. She has written three books on hand papermaking, card making and handbookbinding that together have sold over 30, 000 copies. If you want to learn a way of telling stories using paper, Jean is the one to see!
She is passionate about teaching, whether it be to adults at the Art Gallery of NSW, design students at TAFE, teenagers at art centres or kids in libraries. She loves to work with absolute beginners and experienced artists alike.

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